codebase-onboarding

Name: codebase-onboarding
Availability: InStock
Author: Michae2xl

Analyze a codebase to generate an onboarding guide with architecture and entry points.

1|Updated Apr 7, 2026

Search Tags:#onboarding #codebase analysis #convention detection #architecture mapping #CLAUDE.md generation

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npx skills add https://github.com/Michae2xl/claude-skills-michael --skill codebase-onboarding-michae2xl

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Skill: codebase-onboarding
Source: https://github.com/Michae2xl/claude-skills-michael/tree/main/skills/codebase-onboarding
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Michae2xl/claude-skills-michael --skill codebase-onboarding-michae2xl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of understanding and navigating an unfamiliar codebase, providing a structured onboarding guide to new developers or project setups.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated Codebase Analysis: Analyze the structure, conventions, and dependencies of a codebase.
Onboarding Guide Generation: Create a comprehensive guide with architecture maps, key entry points, and conventions.
Use Case: When a new developer joins a project or when a new repository is set up, this Skill can quickly generate a guide to help them get started.

Quick Start

Run the codebase-onboarding skill to generate an onboarding guide for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about codebase-onboarding

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I generate an onboarding guide for a new codebase?▼

To generate a codebase onboarding guide, run the skill to perform reconnaissance on package manifests, framework configurations, entry points, and directory structures. It outputs a comprehensive guide detailing architecture maps, key entry points, and project conventions.

Can I automatically detect architecture and conventions in an unfamiliar repository?▼

Yes, automated codebase analysis detects architecture and conventions by scanning config files, package manifests, and test structures. This reconnaissance identifies the framework setup and entry points to map the project's structural layout and coding standards.

How do I create a CLAUDE.md file when setting up Claude Code for a new project?▼

Creating a CLAUDE.md file for Claude Code setup is automated by analyzing the repository's framework configurations and directory structures. The skill generates a starter CLAUDE.md alongside the onboarding guide to streamline project configuration.

What is the best way to help new developers understand project entry points and directory structures?▼

The best way to help new developers understand entry points and directory structures is generating an automated onboarding guide. It maps the architecture and highlights key configurations, reducing the time needed to navigate an unfamiliar codebase.

Does codebase onboarding work with any framework or programming language?▼

Codebase onboarding works across various frameworks and languages by analyzing package manifests and framework configurations present in the repository. It relies on detecting these config files to map architecture and generate the onboarding guide.

What are the limitations of automated codebase analysis for generating onboarding guides?▼

A limitation of automated codebase analysis is its dependence on recognizable package manifests and config files. If a repository lacks standard framework configurations or entry points, the generated onboarding guide may lack detailed architecture mapping or convention detection.